Accounting Consultant
About The Position
The Accounting Consultant supports work-in-progress (WIP) and percentage-of-completion accounting while managing general ledger activities. The role focuses on month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation and analysis. The consultant works closely with the Controller and accounting team to research discrepancies, maintain supporting schedules, and ensure financial activity is recorded accurately and on time. It is suited to an experienced accounting professional with project-based or construction-related accounting experience. This is a contract consulting position in a fully remote work environment. Candidates in Eastern or Central Time Zones are preferred. Periodic travel to the company’s office in Reading, Pennsylvania, may be required for critical close activities. The role uses a large-scale ERP system and Microsoft Excel, and involves virtual collaboration with the Controller and accounting team. The hourly pay range is $50.00–$75.00, with individual compensation determined by relevant factors. If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include medical, dental and vision coverage; critical illness, accident and hospital coverage; a 401(k) plan; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; a health spending account; transportation benefits; an employee assistance program; and time off or leave.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience reconciling balance sheet accounts.
- 7+ years of experience recording journal entries.
- 7+ years of experience preparing and analyzing financial statements.
- 3+ years of experience with percentage-of-completion or WIP accounting.
- Proven experience successfully completing a fully remote general ledger consulting role.
- Strong proficiency in WIP and percentage-of-completion accounting in a construction, project-based, or similar environment.
- Advanced ability to create and use pivot tables and VLOOKUPs in Microsoft Excel.
- Proficiency working with a large-scale ERP system.
- Solid understanding of general ledger accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial records.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills with accounting leadership and team members.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Vista ERP or similar construction-focused ERP systems.
- Experience in construction or project-based accounting environments.
- Ability to work independently in a consulting capacity while meeting deadlines and deliverables.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities during month-end close cycles.
- Eastern or Central Time Zone location preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support and manage WIP and percentage-of-completion accounting for project-based activities.
- Perform month-end close processes accurately and on time.
- Prepare, record, and post journal entries in accordance with accounting policies and procedures.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve variances.
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, identifying trends, variances, and areas for investigation.
- Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and supporting schedules.
- Research and resolve accounting discrepancies with the Controller and accounting team.
- Use a large-scale ERP system to process, review, and validate financial data.
- Build and use Excel pivot tables and VLOOKUPs to analyze financial information and support reporting.
- Ensure financial reporting adheres to relevant accounting standards and internal controls.
- Contribute to improvements in accounting processes, tools, and documentation.
- Perform general ledger consulting responsibilities remotely while maintaining strong communication with the team.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, if eligible.
- Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, if eligible.
- 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, if eligible.
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for the employee and dependents, if eligible.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage, if eligible.
- Health Spending Account (HSA), if eligible.
- Transportation benefits, if eligible.
- Employee Assistance Program, if eligible.
- Time off or leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, if eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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